Republicans elect Dothan Rep. Paul Lee as new majority leader
Representative Paul Lee, R-Dothan, was selected by the Republican caucus as a replacement for Representative Scott Stadthagen, who stepped down on Wednesday.
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Stadthagen steps down as majority leader after caucus tensions
Representative Scott Stadthagen resigned his leadership post Wednesday to seek the state party chairmanship following internal friction over a leaked recording.
Ledbetter elected chair of Southern Legislative Conference committee
House Majority Leader Nathaniel Ledbetter on Friday was elected to chair the Economic Development, Transportation &; Cultural Affairs Committee of the Southern Legislative Conference
House Republican Caucus commends Ivey on making a difficult decision
Alabama House Majority Leader Nathaniel Ledbetter, R-Rainsville, Tuesday released a statement in support of the revised public health order that Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey announced during a State Capitol news conference. “The members of the House Republican Caucus commend Gov. Ivey for making a difficult decision and allowing many of Alabama’s small businesses to resume … Continued
State leaders unveil a major mental health legislative initiative
Wednesday, House Majority Leader Nathaniel Ledbetter, R – Rainsville, Lt. Gov. Will Ainsworth (R), Speaker of the House Mac McCutcheon, R – Monrovia, Senate President Pro Tem Del Marsh, R – Anniston, Alabama Department of Mental Health Commissioner Lynn Beshear, State Education Superintendent Eric Mackey, House Minority Leader Anthony Daniels, D-Huntsville, as well as the … Continued
Judy Carns has died
Saturday, Judy Carns, the wife of State Representative Jim Carns (R-Vestavia Hills) died after an illness. Mrs. Carns was a well known conservative activist and outspoken President Donald J. Trump (R) supporter. Alabama House Majority Leader Nathaniel Ledbetter (R – Rainsville) said in a statement, “Serving in elected office requires a full-time commitment not only … Continued
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It’s time for Republicans in Alabama to give up some rights. Over the last few years, GOP lawmakers have violated the law on an almost daily basis, and seven of them have been indicted, convicted or pleaded guilty of misusing their offices for public gain. They have violated the public’s trust repeatedly. They have sought … Continued
Mickey Hammon gets three months in prison for mail fraud
By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter A federal Court sentenced former House Majority Leader Micky Ray Hammon, R-Decatur, to three months in prison for committing mail fraud Thursday. U.S. Attorney Louis V. Franklin Sr. announced the sentence. Hammon served in the Alabama House of Representatives from 2003 until 2017, representing Alabama’s 4th District. Hammon will … Continued
Republican leaders say Hammon guilty plea is evidence laws are working
By Chip Brownlee Alabama Political Reporter Republican House Majority Leader Nathaniel Ledbetter, R-Rainsville, and Alabama Republican Party Chairwoman Terry Lathan said Rep. Micky Hammon’s guilty plea on Tuesday is evidence the laws are working as they should. “We must not tolerate elected officials who abuse their offices for personal gain, but the guilty pleas that … Continued
Rep. Micky Hammon steps down as House Majority Leader
By Chip Brownlee Alabama Political Reporter MONTGOMERY — After more than six years in the post, Rep. Micky Hammon, R-Decatur, has stepped down as House Majority Leader, he confirmed in a press release Wednesday. “After much thought and careful consideration, I have decided to step down from my position as House Majority Leader once an election … Continued